The Wellington Crusaders (7-2) varsity football team is set to host the Kapaun Mt. Carmel Crusaders (7-2) from Wichita, KS, in a highly anticipated playoff matchup today at 7 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 Kansas High School Football Playoff Brackets (KSHSAA) for Class 4A.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Kansas High School Football
Who: Wellington Crusaders (KS) vs Kapaun Mt. Carmel Crusaders (KS)
When: Thursday, November 7, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kansas High School Football Playoff Brackets: (KSHSAA) – Class 4A
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
How can I watch Kansas High School Football?
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Top 25 KS High School Football Rankings
The Kansas high school football rankings reveal top teams with impressive records. Saint Thomas Aquinas (Overland Park) leads the state at 9-0 with a high rating of 44.20. Not far behind are Derby and Mill Valley, both maintaining perfect records of 9-0 and solid ratings. However, the rankings also show some shifts, such as the rise of Olathe East (+6) and the decline of Blue Valley West (-1). As the season progresses, teams like Great Bend (9-0) and Andale (9-0) maintain their high standings, while others like Shawnee Mission Northwest and Blue Valley struggle with mixed records. These rankings reflect the competitive nature of Kansas high school football.
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| # | School | Ovr. | Rating | Str. | +/− |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saint Thomas Aquinas (Overland Park) | 9-0 | 44.20 | 13.1 | — |
| 2 | Derby | 9-0 | 41.60 | -0.9 | +2 |
| 3 | Mill Valley (Shawnee) | 8-1 | 41.20 | 4.0 | -1 |
| 4 | Blue Valley West (Stilwell) | 8-1 | 39.40 | 17.0 | -1 |
| 5 | Gardner-Edgerton (Gardner) | 8-1 | 38.00 | 3.8 | +2 |
| 6 | Manhattan | 9-0 | 37.60 | -3.2 | -1 |
| 7 | Andale | 9-0 | 32.40 | -10.7 | +1 |
| 8 | Blue Valley (Stilwell) | 6-3 | 31.20 | 25.4 | -2 |
| 9 | St. James Academy (Lenexa) | 4-5 | 31.20 | 28.6 | +7 |
| 10 | Blue Valley Northwest (Overland Park) | 6-3 | 31.10 | 20.7 | -1 |
| 11 | Great Bend | 9-0 | 30.70 | 0.4 | -1 |
| 12 | Lawrence Free State (Lawrence) | 6-3 | 30.30 | 21.0 | +1 |
| 13 | Shawnee Mission Northwest (Shawnee Mission) | 7-2 | 29.90 | 13.8 | -2 |
| 14 | Collegiate (Wichita) | 8-1 | 25.80 | -2.3 | — |
| 15 | Olathe East (Olathe) | 6-3 | 24.80 | 20.0 | +6 |
| 16 | Andover Central (Andover) | 8-1 | 24.50 | -3.8 | -4 |
| 17 | Hays | 5-4 | 24.10 | 14.8 | +8 |
| 18 | Cheney | 8-1 | 23.00 | -4.7 | -1 |
| 19 | Northwest (Wichita) | 8-1 | 23.00 | 2.3 | -4 |
| 20 | Shawnee Mission East (Shawnee Mission) | 5-4 | 21.70 | 15.5 | +7 |
| 21 | Basehor-Linwood (Basehor) | 8-1 | 21.30 | -0.6 | +1 |
| 22 | Olathe Northwest (Olathe) | 6-3 | 20.90 | 13.6 | +10 |
| 23 | Southeast of Saline (Gypsum) | 9-0 | 20.60 | -13.2 | -3 |
| 24 | Dodge City | 6-3 | 20.20 | 7.4 | +9 |
| 25 | Hutchinson | 7-2 | 18.80 | 1.0 | +5 |
Top 25 High School Football Rankings
The high school football national rankings spotlight top teams across several states. Mater Dei (Santa Ana, CA) remains at No. 1 with an unbeaten record. Georgia teams show strong representation, with Milton and Carrollton at Nos. 2 and 6, respectively, both undefeated. Texas powerhouses like Duncanville, North Shore, and Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas, NV) are also top contenders. Notably, St. Frances Academy (Baltimore, MD) moved up significantly to rank 17, gaining 11 spots. California and Texas each have several teams in the top 25, showcasing their states’ football strength.
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| # | School | State | Ovr. | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mater Dei (Santa Ana) | CA | 8-0 | — |
| 2 | Milton | GA | 9-0 | +1 |
| 3 | Duncanville | TX | 7-0 | +1 |
| 4 | Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas) | NV | 8-1 | +1 |
| 5 | IMG Academy (Bradenton) | FL | 6-1 | +1 |
| 6 | Carrollton | GA | 9-0 | +1 |
| 7 | North Shore (Houston) | TX | 8-0 | +1 |
| 8 | St. John Bosco (Bellflower) | CA | 8-1 | -6 |
| 9 | Mission Viejo | CA | 9-0 | — |
| 10 | North Crowley (Fort Worth) | TX | 8-0 | — |
| 11 | Archbishop Spalding (Severn) | MD | 9-0 | — |
| 12 | Buford | GA | 8-1 | — |
| 13 | Boyle County (Danville) | KY | 9-0 | — |
| 14 | Lakeland | FL | 8-0 | — |
| 15 | Orange Lutheran (Orange) | CA | 7-2 | — |
| 16 | Chaminade-Madonna (Hollywood) | FL | 8-2 | +1 |
| 17 | St. Frances Academy (Baltimore) | MD | 6-3 | +11 |
| 18 | Venice | FL | 8-1 | — |
| 19 | Atascocita (Humble) | TX | 7-1 | -3 |
| 20 | Corner Canyon (Draper) | UT | 9-1 | -1 |
| 21 | Bergen Catholic (Oradell) | NJ | 7-1 | -1 |
| 22 | De La Salle (Concord) | CA | 8-0 | — |
| 23 | Centennial (Corona) | CA | 7-2 | — |
| 24 | DeMatha (Hyattsville) | MD | 7-1 | — |
| 25 | DeSoto | TX | 6-2 | — |
